Arsenal’s title triumph last season was built partly on the strength of their outstanding defence. The Gunners allowed fewer goals than any other team in the division, but they have already let in five across their opening six matches. Gabriel Magalhaes and William Saliba form one of football’s finest defensive partnerships, and the injured Frenchman’s […]
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Bellamy will already be missing important defender Joe Rodon, Wilson’s Elland Road colleague, alongside Cardiff City defenders Dylan Lawlor and Ronan Kpakio. Cardiff forwards Isaak Davies and Rubin Colwill have also been ruled out through injury, while Wrexham attacker Nathan Broadhead is unavailable as well. Wales begin their expanded international break with a trip to […]
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During the 2025 summer transfer window, Farke and newly appointed sporting director Adam Underwood prioritised recruiting tall players capable of bringing greater physical strength to a squad being prepared for the demanding nature of England’s top division. Eight of their 10 permanent additions – Jaka Bijol, Sebastiaan Bornauw, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, James Justin, Lukas Nmecha, Noah […]
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When does an encouraging opening begin to look like a genuine breakthrough? It may still be too early to say, but as Leeds scored freely during a thrilling evening at Elland Road, it felt as though expectations around the club were beginning to rise. Those who followed Leeds closely during the summer believed the team […]
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Lukas Hornicek: The defeat could have been much heavier had Hornicek not produced excellent stops to deny Bogle twice and keep out Calvert-Lewin. 6 Amar Dedic: Recovered from a hamstring problem in time to start, but endured a difficult evening as Leeds frequently attacked down his side. 4 Malick Thiaw: Wore the captain’s armband, although […]
Continue ReadingLeeds signed England goalkeeper James Trafford from Manchester City for a fee that could rise to £45m during the summer. They also recruited defenders Tarik Muharemovic and Nico Elvedi, along with Fulham winger Harry Wilson. On deadline day, the club further strengthened its squad by bringing in Nice defender Melvin Bard and Eintracht Frankfurt forward […]
Continue ReadingLeeds United attacker Noah Okafor has confirmed that he will not represent Switzerland while Murat Yakin remains in charge, explaining that his relationship with the head coach has suffered an irreparable loss of trust. The 26-year-old, who made his international debut in 2019, has collected 26 appearances for Switzerland. However, he played only 19 minutes […]
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For the leading Premier League sides, this tournament typically provides a chance to test young talent and offer much-needed playing time to squad members on the fringes. Yet Danny Welbeck, aged 35, was the only starter to make a convincing argument for a more prominent role, scoring two goals in the process. Valentin Barco found […]
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Chelsea rarely choose the straightforward route. Their defence remained vulnerable, yet their attacking quality repeatedly forced Leeds into uncomfortable situations. A controversial refereeing decision also worked in their favour. Jarred Gillett’s penalty call and Cole Palmer’s composure helped Chelsea avoid an upset and produce a remarkable 6-3 victory in the third round of the Carabao […]
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Leeds United boss Daniel Farke has confirmed that central defender Joe Rodon faces eight to 10 weeks on the sidelines because of a significant hamstring injury. The 28-year-old Wales international was substituted after 34 minutes of Leeds’ 1-1 Premier League draw with Brentford last Sunday. Before suffering the injury, Rodon had featured in the opening […]
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